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Nestled in the bucolic Franklin D. Roosevelt Park in South Philadelphia, PA, the American Swedish Historical Museum was built in 1926 to celebrate Swedish heritage and culture in America. During your visit, you may step inside a 19th century farm house, take in the setting of an art deco lounge, or surround yourself with contemporary Swedish design.

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Address

The museum is located in Franklin Delano Roosevelt Park in South Philadelphia, near the Sports Complex:

Admission

Adults: $10
Seniors/Students: $7
Children 5-11: $5
Children Under 5: Free
ACCESS Card Holders: $2 per adult and children over 5
Members: Free

WHYY Members Buy One, Get One Admission (50% off)
AAA Members Save $1!

Group Visits

Group rates are available for groups of 10 or more at the following rates:
Self-guided experience: $6 per person
New Sweden in Focus guided tour: $15 per person
General Museum guided tour: $15 per person
A $50 non-refundable deposit will be due at the time of booking.
At least 24 hours’ notice is required for cancellation.
Call the Museum 215-389-1776 for more information.

Visiting the Library

The Museum’s research library is open during our public hours. Library visitors must pay Museum admission.

Accessibility

Accessible parking is available along Pattison Ave by the Museum's rear entrance. Please ring the doorbell at the rear entrance for admittance. Caregivers accompanying visitors with special needs are not required to pay admission.